Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Chen Pi 500g 2 Can Pack Traditional Citrus Peel Tea for Daily Brewing and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), cut from the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata. This loose-cut citrus peel is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for its warm, aromatic character. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is pungent and bitter with a warm nature and is traditionally associated with the spleen and lung channels. Enjoy it as a simple peel tea or add it to soups and dishes. This product is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried tangerine peel cut into convenient strips for easy brewing and cooking
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, a staple ingredient in traditional Chinese herbal practice
• Sun-dried and air-dried processing preserves the natural citrus aroma
• In TCM theory Chen Pi is warm in nature with pungent and bitter flavors
• Versatile for peel tea, soups, congee, and everyday culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The strips typically show a deep orange to reddish-brown outer peel with a lighter inner surface and a dry, slightly curled texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and fragrant, and brewed peel tea typically tastes mildly bitter with warm, sweet citrus notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a few strips in hot water for a traditional citrus peel tea
• Add to slow-cooked soups and stews for aromatic depth
• Simmer with rice or grains for congee and porridge
• Use in braised dishes and marinades for a classic Chinese flavor

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Chen Pi is a widely used household herb, often simmered in decoctions, added to soups, or steeped as a daily peel tea. It is traditionally paired with ingredients such as hawthorn, poria, or ginger in classic formulas and seasonal drinks. Aged citrus peel is also a familiar flavoring in Cantonese cooking, congee, and festive dishes.

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